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US condemns ‘unnecessary escalation’ after Israeli strikes on Syrian airbase

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Israel strikes Syrian airbase, drawing US criticism

Israeli forces conducted airstrikes on the Abu al-Duhur military airbase in northwestern Syria. US special envoy Tom Barrack called the strikes an 'unnecessary escalation,' marking rare public criticism of Israel by the Trump administration.

Aug 18, 2026·17 sourcesTrump administrationSyriaRegional escalation & involvement in GazaForeign influence in the Middle EastMiddle EastWars & conflicts
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